Defamation Lawyer NJ
Your Defense Against Defamation
For more than 30 years, Corinne M. Mullen has represented individuals and businesses in defamation matters throughout New Jersey and New York, with extensive trial and courtroom experience. Her work has involved defamatory statements published through newspapers, television, blogs, social media, websites, and other online platforms. Whether a matter involves traditional media or rapidly evolving online communications, Corinne brings the experience and judgment necessary to confidently handle a broad range of defamation matters and develop a legal strategy suited to the circumstances of each case.
One of multiple six-figure jury wins — compensatory and punitive damages after years of online abuse.
Decades of trial-tested experience — suit dismissed with prejudice on First Amendment grounds.
Meet Our Attorney: Corinne M. Mullen
Corinne M. Mullen is a New Jersey internet defamation and online reputation attorney representing individuals, businesses, and digital creators in reputation matters. Her practice focuses on internet defamation, online reputation attacks, social media defamation, false online allegations against professionals and businesses, cyber harassment and cyber stalking, platform bans and account terminations, and related online reputation matters. In addition to her New Jersey practice, Corinne represents clients located in New York.
Corinne has represented a New Jersey judge in a nationally covered defamation case and served as counsel in the landmark Baby M case. She has been featured by media outlets including The New York Times, the New Jersey Law Journal, MSNBC, and Entertainment Tonight in connection with her work on high-profile matters involving reputation, privacy, and First Amendment issues.
As the founder of Mullen Law Firm, Corinne is known for her strategic, hands-on approach and remains committed to providing focused legal representation and personal attention to every client.
Our Practice Areas
Internet/Defamation
– Business & Individual Defamation →
– Blogs & Forums Defamation →
– Viral Content Defamation →
– Defamatory Online Reviews →
– Shakedown & Extortion-Based Defamation →
– The Dark Web & Anonymous Defamation→
Defamation Defense
– Defamation Defense →
– Professional Defamation Defense →
– Public Figure Defamation Defense →
– First Amendment Matters→
Social Media & Platform Issues
– Social Media Account Suspensions →
– Business Account Bans & Restrictions →
– Account Reinstatement & Appeals →
– AI & Automated Content Takedowns →
Content Creators & Influencers
We represent creators and digital professionals whose livelihoods depend on their online presence and monetized content.
– Creator Account Takedowns →
– False Claims Affecting Monetized Content →
– Online Harassment Impacting Digital Revenue →
– Social Media Addiction →
Online Harassment & Digital Reputation Attacks
Targeted online harassment and coordinated reputation attacks can have serious professional consequences. We represent adults, professionals, and businesses facing sustained digital abuse.
– Cyber Harassment →
– Online Reputation Attacks →
– Coordinated Digital Smear Campaigns →
– Cyber Stalking →
Professionals Under Online Attack
We regularly represent professionals whose reputations are central to their careers and businesses.
– Lawyers & Law Firms →
– Doctors & Medical Professionals →
– Surgeons & Healthcare Providers →
– Filmmakers & Creative Professionals →
– Business Owners & Executives →
– Defamation in Digital & Print Media →
– Prints & Publications Professionals →
Hiring a Defamation Lawyer in New Jersey
Defamation matters are time-sensitive and subject to strict statutes of limitation under New Jersey law. Prompt legal action can be essential to preserving claims, mitigating damage, and evaluating available remedies. Early involvement also allows for strategic responses, including pre-litigation resolution or formal legal action when necessary.
Mullen Law Firm represents clients who have been harmed by false statements, as well as individuals and businesses accused of defamation. Led by Corinne Mullen, the firm provides focused, experienced representation throughout New Jersey, including Newark, Jersey City, Hackensack, Trenton, Princeton, and surrounding communities, as well as New York, for matters involving reputation damage, online defamation, and defamation defense.
Internet Defamation Attorney NJ
When your reputation is threatened by false statements online or in print, the consequences can be deeply personal and damaging. An experienced defamation lawyer in New Jersey can help you pursue remedies such as financial compensation for losses or injunctions to stop harmful statements from spreading.
At Mullen Law Firm, we understand how quickly misinformation can take hold and how important it is to act without delay. Our team represents both individuals and businesses across New Jersey, with additional service to clients in New York, whether you have been the target of libel or slander or face accusations of making defamatory statements yourself. Every case is carefully evaluated under New Jersey and New York law to protect your rights and restore your good name.
With more than 30 years of experience, Corinne Mullen and the Mullen Law Firm provide dependable legal guidance and compassionate advocacy for New Jersey clients, along with those in New York, facing complex defamation matters.
A defamatory statement printed in a local newspaper might reach a few thousand readers. The same statement posted to a viral TikTok video or a popular subreddit can reach millions in 24 hours and may remain accessible online indefinitely. Internet defamation cases often involve several factors that traditional defamation matters do not:
- Speed. Online content spreads, gets archived, and is captured in screenshots before traditional legal processes typically begin.
- Platforms. Each major platform, including Google, YouTube, Meta, TikTok, X, Reddit, and Yelp, has its own legal processes, content policies, and removal pathways.
- Anonymity. Many online posters operate under pseudonyms, and identifying them often requires subpoenas and digital investigation.
- Income impact. For content creators, influencers, and other online professionals, reputation damage can translate directly into lost monetization, lost sponsorships, and reduced platform access.
- Cross-platform coordination. A single attack often spans multiple platforms at once, which can call for a coordinated legal response.
Mullen Law Firm focuses on these matters for New Jersey clients.
Why Choose Mullen Law Firm for Defamation Cases in NJ
Defamation cases require both urgency and precision. At Mullen Law Firm, we combine decades of New Jersey courtroom success with deep knowledge of Internet defamation, online privacy, and First Amendment law. We know how to pursue injunctions, secure compensation, and build strong defenses for those accused of defamation across NJ and NY.
Clients choose us because we provide more than legal representation. We deliver clear guidance, personal attention, and a tailored strategy designed to achieve the best possible outcome. With Mullen Law Firm, you gain a trusted New Jersey advocate who will work tirelessly to safeguard your reputation and future.
My review on Corinne Mullen Esq. and the Mullen Law Firm.
Hiring Corinne Mullen Esq is one of the smartest moves I ever made. I was straddled with being sued in an Internet Defamation case that was giving me anxiety and sleepless nights. Corinne Mullen Esq. not only provided a listening ear for me to be able to give all the details of my case, but she represented me with the kind of efficacy that was unparalleled. Her timing and flexibility with my schedule and her schedule for prep and trial were second to none. And even though she was going through enormous challenges of her own, a tree had collapsed on the house in which she conducted business, Corinne Mullen Esq conducted herself with a standard of professionalism expected of an attorney in her caliper.
Needless to say, we were victorious in the trial. The case against me was dismissed. This was in large part to an indisputable evidence brief Corinne Mullen Esq prepared and presented to the judge. And that is not all, The Mullen Law Firm works with you with very flexible payment arrangements. I’m forever grateful to Connie for what she and her Firm did. If I were to give this Firm a rating in stars from 1 being the worst to 5 being the best, I would give them a 10. I highly recommend the Mullen Law Firm.
Corinne Mullen is the very best exceptional existential lawyer I have ever met.
She is very professional with a very high acumen and strong skill set in defamation practice, Internet reputation management and other areas of practice.
Corinne takes ample time to diligently listen to all your issues and then proceeds very promptly and proficiently to resolve your issues.
Corinne is also kind, caring and compassionate.
She is ONE of a kind spectacular Lawyer.
Should I ever need a great attorney and advocate to represent me, I would only retain Corinne Mullen.
Sincerely,
Protect Your Reputation Today
False online statements, viral social media attacks, coordinated smear campaigns, and platform actions can have significant consequences for careers, businesses, and creator livelihoods, sometimes within a short period of time. When your reputation is the subject of online attacks or when you are defending against defamation claims, the response in the early stages of a matter can be important.
Mullen Law Firm, based in Hoboken, New Jersey, represents clients across the state in internet defamation, online reputation attacks, social media defamation, cyber harassment, platform-related disputes, and creator and influencer matters. The firm also represents clients located in New York.
Contact Mullen Law Firm to discuss your situation in a free, confidential consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Internet Defamation in New Jersey
What is internet defamation?
Internet defamation refers to false statements of fact published online that harm another person’s or business’s reputation. It can appear in many forms, including social media posts, online reviews, blog articles, YouTube and TikTok videos, podcast episodes, forum and Reddit threads, comments on news sites, and messages shared in group chats or on messaging platforms.
Under New Jersey law, defamation generally requires (1) a false statement of fact, (2) communicated to a third party, (3) made with the required level of fault, and (4) that causes harm to the subject’s reputation. Statements of pure opinion are generally not actionable, but a statement framed as opinion that implies undisclosed false facts may still support a claim, depending on the circumstances. Because the analysis is fact-specific, individuals and businesses who believe they may have been defamed online often benefit from a case-specific consultation with an attorney.
What is the difference between libel and slander?
Both libel and slander are forms of defamation. Libel generally refers to defamatory statements in a written, recorded, or otherwise fixed form, including online posts, articles, captions, and videos. Slander generally refers to defamatory statements made in a spoken form that is not recorded. Most internet defamation matters involve libel because the offending content is published in a written or recorded format that can be saved, shared, and archived.
What is the statute of limitations for defamation in New Jersey?
In New Jersey, the statute of limitations for defamation, including libel and slander, is generally one year from the date the statement was published (N.J.S.A. 2A:14-3). For online content, this typically runs from the date the statement first appears, although certain limited exceptions may apply.
Because defamation claims are time-sensitive and because evidence such as screenshots, cached pages, and platform records can become harder to obtain over time, individuals and businesses who believe they have been defamed online are generally encouraged to consult with an attorney promptly. An experienced attorney can evaluate the timing of the publication, identify available evidence, and advise on next steps.
Can I take legal action against an anonymous online poster?
Yes, in many cases it is possible to pursue legal action against an anonymous online poster, although the process involves additional steps compared to a case in which the speaker is known. Plaintiffs may file a defamation action and then issue subpoenas to the relevant platform, internet service provider, or hosting company to seek identifying information such as account records, IP addresses, and login data.
New Jersey courts apply a specific framework, often referred to as the Dendrite standard (from Dendrite International, Inc. v. Doe No. 3), which sets out procedural requirements that a plaintiff generally must satisfy before a court will compel the disclosure of an anonymous poster’s identity. These requirements are designed to balance the right to seek redress for defamation with First Amendment protections for anonymous speech.
Mullen Law Firm assists New Jersey clients in pursuing the identification of anonymous online posters where appropriate and in evaluating whether a claim is viable based on the available facts.
What can a lawyer do if I have been banned from a platform such as YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Twitch, or Meta?
Platform bans, account suspensions, and demonetization actions are governed by each platform’s terms of service, content policies, and internal appeal processes. Most platforms do not provide a traditional appeal in a court sense, but they do offer formal review and reinstatement procedures, and they may respond to properly framed legal communications.
An attorney may be able to assist by:
- Reviewing the platform’s stated reason for the action and the applicable terms of service
- Preparing and submitting platform appeals supported by relevant documentation
- Sending formal legal correspondence where appropriate
- Identifying whether the underlying action was triggered by defamatory third-party reports, coordinated mass reporting, or false copyright or DMCA claims that may be separately actionable
- Coordinating defamation, tortious interference, or related claims against third parties whose conduct led to the platform action
For creators, influencers, and other online professionals whose income depends on platform access, prompt legal involvement can be particularly important. Mullen Law Firm represents New Jersey-based digital professionals in these matters.
Does the firm represent content creators and influencers?
Yes. Mullen Law Firm represents New Jersey-based YouTubers, TikTok creators, Instagram influencers, Twitch streamers, podcasters, and other digital professionals in matters affecting their reputations, online presence, and monetized revenue. Common matters include:
- Platform bans, account suspensions, and account terminations
- False or abusive DMCA and copyright strike claims
- Defamation that affects brand deals, sponsorships, and advertising relationships
- Coordinated harassment campaigns targeting a creator’s audience or community
- Reputation damage that affects monetized income
- Account reinstatement and platform appeal processes
The firm understands the way creator income is structured, including the role of monetization, brand partnerships, ad revenue, and audience access, and approaches creator matters with that financial context in mind.